Electric Prairie
Kansas City's favorite roots, bluegrass and gospel band
Electric Prairie has engaged and uplifted audiences in Kansas City and throughout the midwest for 8 years.
Their shows feature great variety, from smoking hot guitar solos to sweet vocal harmonies. From raucous bluegrass songs to tender ballads of love and loss.
The group is perhaps best known for its bluegrass Gospel music, featuring traditional songs, popular songs and originals.
About the band
Paul Wenske and Nancy Meis are the husband and wife team that form the core of the band. They're picking and strumming on guitar and mandolin while weaving perfect harmonies in the vocals.
Roland Manbeck joins on harmonica, adding a bluesy touch to the group's sound. Newest member, Bill Powell, brings his talent on guitar, bass, and mandolin to round out the sound.
Upcoming Shows
August 29, 2009 Saturday 4:00 p.m.
St. Thomas Missionary Baptist Church
Kansas City, MO
August 30, 2009 Sunday 3:30 p.m.
St. John Missionary Baptist Church
Kansas City, KS
September 6, 2009 Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Crossroads Church outdoor service
Weston, MO
September 27, 2009 Time tba
St. Mark's Missionary Baptist Church
Kansas City, MO
October 23, 2009 7:30 p.m.
Homer's Coffee House
Overland Park, KS
Electric Prairie has created a unique sound that’s grounded in roots, bluegrass, gospel and down home country -- call it SOUL-Grass.
